It's that time of the year that us "frugal people" might have a hard time trying to stay on a budget AND still want to get everyone on our list for the holidays. :) Don't get me wrong, I LOVE shopping the holidays but if you aren't careful, you can really break the bank … [Read more...]

If you are a make-up junkie, chances are you love to visit Ulta stores for aisle upon aisle of make-up, hair products, skin products, and more. These rows of beauty products can quickly entice you to drop some cash, but before you do consider these 7 ways to save money at Ulta. … [Read more...]

If you love Starbucks, you know how expensive those weekly trips can be. Those daily cups of coffee and specialty drinks can surely add up, and before you know it you can find your caffeine addiction putting a hole in your budget. Well the good news is, there are ways to save … [Read more...]

Claire’s is your one stop shop for all things jewelry and accessories. It is the perfect place to go whenever you are in need for a little bling, and if you have daughters you have no doubt been there a time or two. I don't have any girls but I find myself in this store all the … [Read more...]

Does your child love heading to Build a Bear to build their own stuffed animal? My Youngest LOVES stuffed animals and I think most kids do, and if you have been to Build a Bear before you probably know how pricey it can be. Well the good news is, there are ways to save money on … [Read more...]

Last week, I wrote a post on how I was learning the secrets of ALDI and how much I've fallen in love with a lot of their products and I'm so excited to be able to shop great food, without the hassle about spending too much money feeding my 3 (growing-so-fast boys)
As part of … [Read more...]

Are you looking for ways to cushion your budget a little bit? Amazon is a great place to shop to save money on all kinds of products, but when you can shop there for free, it makes it even better! Some of these are survey sites, some are other ways of earning, but all of them … [Read more...]

Eating out seems to be a luxury these days with how expensive it has become. This is especially true if you have a big family! From here on out, it is possible to find places for your whole family to eat out for under $20!
How to Eat Out for Under $20 with a Family … [Read more...]

According to a June 2014 survey conducted by Bankrate.com, 75% of Americans have no savings and live paycheck to paycheck! Are you one of these?
There are many different reasons why a person wants to start or already has a savings account. Savings accounts are used when … [Read more...]

Several years ago, my husband and I were almost $100,000 in credit debt. YESSSSS.. it was bad. Most of this was student loan debt that had gone way into collections that I just found out about (thanks, husband!) we also had medical debt, old credit inquires and so … [Read more...]

Let's be honest. In my 20's I hadn't really thought about investing for my future. As I was once a single mom struggling to make ends meet-- I was looking to just buy a new car and make sure we had a roof over our head. Retirement? Ha!
Even if someone had talked to me about … [Read more...]

7 Legit Ways for Women to Make Money at Home
Many women choose to work from home at some point in their lives. Perhaps they have young children at home in need of care, or health reasons keep them from a full time job in the workplace. Whatever the case may be, there are legit … [Read more...]

Sure, there are many opportunities of making money without taking on a side job. A few include donating your blood, driving strangers around town, and selling items from your home. But, let’s get real. These are not things you want to do. :)
So here is a twist to the lack of … [Read more...]

10 money tips for Single Moms
In my early 20's I found myself single and caring for my then, 2 year old. I had just decided to move out of my parents home and fend for myself in the "real" world. I had a pretty good job (at least I thought I did) and was going to school … [Read more...]

Best Things to buy in November
November is a great time to shop, since many of the products that you use and love are on sale. Take a look at the list we created below, perfect for helping you find out what to buy in November. This list will help you shop smarter and … [Read more...]

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